Canton South High School vs Walnut Ridge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Ohio, United States, 155 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canton South High School
Canton · Public high · Grades 9–12
774 students
Walnut Ridge High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
775 students
| Measure | Canton South High School Canton, Ohio | Walnut Ridge High School Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #519 of 802 | #759 of 802 |
| National rank | #8071 of 16,910 | #16410 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 774 | 775 |
| Enrollment | 774 | 775 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 4% |
| city | Canton | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Canton South High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 12.4).
- •Canton South High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 4%).
- •Canton South High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 27%).
- •Walnut Ridge High School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 22.1).
- •Walnut Ridge High School is the larger school with 775 students compared with 774.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Canton South High School better than Walnut Ridge High School?
On the Success Index (US), Canton South High School ranks higher (51.2 vs 12.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Canton South High School and Walnut Ridge High School?
About 155 km in a straight line, between Canton and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canton South High School: 774. Walnut Ridge High School: 775. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canton South High School and Walnut Ridge High School rank in Ohio?
Canton South High School is 519th of 802 and Walnut Ridge High School is 759th of 802 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).